MS Archaeology and Biblical Studies

Gain professional experience and develop core archaeological skills all while connecting your work to a spiritual foundation with Lipscomb’s Masters in Archaeology and Biblical Studies program. Prepare for a terminal degree that leads to a career as a biblical archaeologist, and acquire the necessary knowledge to practice Bible archaeology in the field or to teach in a humanities-based discipline.

Complete more than 200 hours of internship work in field schools, museum studies or lab work along and participate in at least one excavation season. Guided by leaders in the field, you will develop your ability to design and independently pursue a viable research project through your thesis work. With hands-on experience in and research capabilities, you will graduate as  an active member of the scholarly archaeological guild.

Ready to apply? Let’s get started. We’re here to help at every step. Applicants to the program must hold a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution and submit the following for admission review and enrollment:

• Completed and submitted online application

• CV detailing applicant's academic work, experience and scholarly achievement (publications, professional presentations, etc.) that has prepared the applicant to benefit from the program.

• $50 non-refundable application fee

• Official college transcripts from all previously attended colleges and universities (including graduate, if applicable)

• Two recommendations: at least one from a university professor and one from either a supervisor/employer or character reference (pastor, priest, mentor).

• Undergraduate GPA of at least 3.0

• A research paper providing evidence of your academic work OR 750-1000 word essay about your career, your interest in archaeology, and how you would use the skills and learnings from our program professionally or personally.

• Interview with faculty (on campus, virtually or by phone)

Credit Hours:

36

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.